About the Institute

Research

The institute’s primary research focus aligns closely with the four pillars identified by Living SJ after a widespread community consultation for a Saint John social renewal strategy.

The four pillars are:

  • education
  • health
  • employment
  • neighbourhoods and housing

Any topic dealing with urban and community affairs fall within the institute’s umbrella of interest, such as:

  • population growth
  • urban governance
  • community and heritage planning
  • local cultural policy

Education and academic training

The institute promotes and supports undergraduate and graduate studies in one of the academic priority areas of the UNB Saint John campus: business, social and community development.